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How does one rest the check engine lite without going to the dealer or disconnecting the battery which might create other problems. Is there an in-line power disconnect wire instead?
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∙ 16y ago
just go to a part store like schucks and have them read the trouble codes and erase the check engine light by their OBD code reader which they give it out for free and even help you use it if you have no idea how to.
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How do you fix the alarm system on 1998 Montero Sport by unlocking door with key instead of the remote and the alarm continued to go off and on and had to be disconnect?
Replace the remotes battery
Why do you have to connect a battery charger cable to the vehicle chassis when charging the vehicles battery while connected on the vehicle...why not connect to both posts instead?
If you disconnect without turning off the charger, the sparks caused may ignite the hydrogen discharged from the battery while charging.
How do you Reset service lamp?
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Why would the battery keep draining?
Check earth connection. Sometimes if wires aren't connected right, running the car will discharge the battery instead of charging it... ----------------------------------------- Check for a current draw by disconnecting the negative cable at the battery and hook a test light between the cable and the battery. Remove fuses until the light goes out. While doing so remember to depress the door jam switch as it will show a current draw.
Can you use a standard car battery instead of a leisure battery in your motorhome?
Yes
You went to start your car after leaving the keys on the ignition for about 20 minutes and the car would not start Instead the lights on the odometer were blinking and you am getting a static sound?
Sounds like your battery was weak to start with. What you did should not have caused any problems if your battery was in good condition so without seeing it, I think you should remove your battery and have your battery charged and load tested.
Can the wrong size car battery damage the alternator?
No, not unless you installed a 6 volt battery instead of a 12 volt battery.
What other words can be used instead of problems?
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If the light is still on then the problem was not the battery but was instead the alternator which is more than likely defective.
Why do you have to remove the negative battery terminal when doing repairs?
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Can 2700mAH NiMH battery be used instead of 2300mAH NiMH battery?
If it will physically fit in the space, then yes, the 2700 mAh battery should work fine.
How do you change the dome light in a 95 Toyota Tercel?
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